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Flying with Birds

Our general impressions about birds are flying creatures with feathers and hard beaked jaws. In fact, there are also flightless birds such as ostriches, kiwis and penguins. Besides, the structure of birds’ bodies shows many unique adaptations. For instance, the feathers not only provide birds with distinctive protective coloration, but also aid in thermal insulation, waterproofing and flight. Furthermore, birds’ beaks have been evolved in various shapes and sizes to facilitate birds’ eating, preening, fighting, etc. in their individual habitats. Connect to the MMIS to find out more.